2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Ascender and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Ascender | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |